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Romano Hints Man Utd Could Target Eddie Howe to Replace Carrick

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is under pressure following poor start to the season

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 11:18 AM
Romano Hints Man Utd Could Target Eddie Howe to Replace Carrick
Key Things to Know
  • Fabrizio Romano reports that Eddie Howe could be an option for Manchester United if Michael Carrick is dismissed.
  • Manchester United has won only two of its first nine matches across all competitions this season.
  • Romano noted that Julian Nagelsmann, Antonio Conte, and Fabian Hurzeler have also been linked with the post.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Fabrizio Romano has named Eddie Howe as a potential managerial option for Manchester United if the club parts ways with Michael Carrick. With United winning only two of their first nine games this season, Carrick faces mounting pressure. Romano reported that Howe, who left Newcastle United during the summer, is among the available coaches being discussed internally alongside Julian Nagelsmann and Antonio Conte.

Writer James Beavis argues that Howe would be a strong candidate to take over at Old Trafford. Beavis highlights Howe's previous success in transforming Newcastle from relegation candidates to Champions League qualifiers, noting Jamie Carragher previously championed Howe as the next England manager.

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